To paraphrase the famous Robert Frost poem, the path you choose in life can be very important. It can also be important for your yard. Let me explain. Walkways and pathways can be a creative and innovative way to enhance your yard. And we all know that enhancing your yard can lead to enhanced enjoyment for you, your family and …
Ways to Liven Up Your Front Yard with Flowers and Plants
First impressions are lasting. Did you know that research indicates curb appeal can significantly increase the value of your home? One way to liven up your front yard is with flowers and plants, and you can do that in a number of beautiful ways… First, you want to start with a “clean” yard. Your yard should be free of branches …
How Fountains and Ponds Can Be Therapeutic
Like the soft sound of a mother’s voice, a relaxing massage or a warm embrace from a friend – a water source close to home can soothe people. Just watching and listening to water flow can calm your nerves and lower your blood pressure. Want to find peace and tranquility in your life? Believe it or not, it is a …
Creating a Fairy and Gnome Garden Can Add Magic to Your Backyard!
There’s nothing like a good, old-fashioned Grimm’s Fairy Tale to transport us into a magical world of make-believe. And let’s face it…vacationing from time to time from the harsh realities of a sometimes cold world can be a very good thing. Taking a trip from reality to the land of fairies and gnomes can reduce stress and enhance your life …
How to Keep Weeds from Sprouting in Your Garden
Removing weeds by hand can be tedious and backbreaking. A sharp hoe can eliminate all that by severing weeds so that you don’t have to bend over or strain your back. To hoe, you simply swing the blade against the weed near the base. If you notice seed pods on the weeds, make sure to remove them first and discard …
Do It Yourself Walkways Can Enhance Your Yard
Beautiful, naturally flowing paths fashioned from woodchips, stepping stones, flex edging or wood can help transform your backyard, garden or simple landscaping into a lovely oasis. Walkways can “anchor” gardens, draw the eye in a certain direction, lead toward what I like to call yard eye candy, like a fountain, pretty bench or wooded area, or link certain things, …
Best Florida Plants
We are very lucky to live in Florida. Our growing season is nice and long, ensuring that we can enjoy our plants for so much longer than northerners can. There are so many plants that flourish here… Tulips, hyacinths and some irises and lilies need a cold, dormant period, so you are out of luck if you planned on planting …